Cast
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Stanisław Mikulski
as Hans Kloss / J23
Tomasz Kot
as Hans Kloss
Emil Karewicz
as Hermann Bruner
Piotr Adamczyk
as Hermann Bruner
Jerzy Bończak
as Koch
Janusz Chabior
as kapitan Socha
Piotr Garlicki
as Marcus
Piotr Głowacki
as Czubak
Wojciech Mecwaldowski
as Ringle (w napisach: Wojtek Mecwaldowski)
Daniel Olbrychski
as Werner
Adam Woronowicz
as Lau
Marta Żmuda-Trzebiatowska
as Elsa
Anna Szarek
as Ingrid
Michał Breitenwald
as doktor Krause
Grzegorz Kowalczyk
as Mischke
Crew
Director
- Patryk Vega
Writer
- Władysław Pasikowski
- Przemysław Woś
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/War film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Hans Kloss: More Than Death at Stake distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Patryk Vega brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2012, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Hans Kloss: More Than Death at Stake took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $3.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 108 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 155 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 80 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2012, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 16, 2012
- Runtime: 1h 48m
- Budget: $3,000,000